Christmas Ham in the Slow Cooker
Bring the spirit of the holidays to your table with this irresistible Christmas Ham in the Slow Cooker—a hands-off, foolproof recipe that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort! Featuring a bone-in spiral-cut ham slow-cooked to perfection, this dish is infused with the warm, festive flavors of brown sugar, maple syrup, pineapple juice, and a touch of Dijon mustard. Aromatic spices like cinnamon, ginger, and whole cloves take the flavor profile to the next level, creating a mouthwatering glaze that caramelizes beautifully. With just 15 minutes of prep and the magic of a slow cooker, this recipe ensures tender, juicy slices that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this centerpiece pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh winter salad. Don't forget to drizzle the ham with its flavorful cooking juices for the ultimate finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pounds bone-in spiral-cut ham
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 8 pieces cloves (whole)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
Unwrap the ham and place it, flat side down, in the slow cooker. If the ham is too tall, trim the bottom slightly to make it fit and save the scraps for a future recipe.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, maple syrup, pineapple juice, Dijon mustard, cinnamon, and ground ginger until smooth to create the glaze.
Pour half of the glaze mixture evenly over the ham, reserving the other half for basting later.
Press the whole cloves gently into the surface of the ham, spacing them evenly.
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to low heat. Cook the ham for 5 to 6 hours, basting with the remaining glaze every 1 to 1.5 hours.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the ham reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).
Once the ham is heated through and well-glazed, carefully remove it from the slow cooker and transfer it to a serving platter.
Let the ham rest for 10 to 15 minutes before carving and serving. Spoon some of the cooking juices from the slow cooker over the slices for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
563 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.0 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 151 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 3692 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.8 g | ||
| Protein | 63.5 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 892 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
